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Oil Prices Soar 4% After Iran-Israel Strikes Target Key Gas Facilities

Brent crude oil prices surged more than 4% to $112.17 per barrel following escalating military strikes on energy infrastructure in the Middle East. The price jump came after Israel targeted Iran's South Pars gas field, prompting Iran to launch ballistic missiles at Qatar's critical Ras Laffan LNG facility. QatarEnergy confirmed the attack caused extensive damage but reported no casualties among personnel. The back-and-forth strikes have intensified fears of major disruptions to global oil and gas supplies from the volatile region.

Key Points: Brent Crude Surges Over 4% After Iran, Israel Energy Strikes

  • Brent crude surges over 4% to $112.17
  • Israel struck Iran's South Pars gas field
  • Iran retaliated hitting Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG hub
  • Attacks raise fears of global energy supply disruption
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Brent crude surges over 4% to USD 112.17 per barrel after strikes on Iran gas field, Qatar fuel hub

Brent crude oil jumps above $112 a barrel after Israeli strike on Iranian gas field and Iran's missile attack on Qatar's major LNG hub.

"QatarEnergy confirms that Ras Laffan Industrial City this evening has been the subject of missile attacks. - QatarEnergy"

New Delhi, March 19

Brent crude prices surged more than 4 per cent on Thursday to USD 112.17 per barrel following escalating tensions in West Asia after Israel struck an Iranian gas field and Iran retaliated by targeting a key fuel hub in Qatar.

Crude oil prices in the international market were trading at USD 112.17 per barrel amid rising concerns over disruptions to global energy supplies.

The surge in prices came after a series of attacks targeting critical energy infrastructure in the region. On Wednesday night (local time), Iran launched retaliatory strikes after an Israeli attack targeted the South Pars gas field.

In response, Iran struck Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City, one of the world's largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities.

According to Qatar's Ministry of Defence, Ras Laffan Industrial City was hit by ballistic missiles from Iran, resulting in extensive damage. The attack marks the second such incident in the last 12 hours at the facility, raising concerns over the safety of key global energy assets.

In an official statement, QatarEnergy confirmed the attack and said emergency response teams were deployed immediately to manage the situation.

"QatarEnergy confirms that Ras Laffan Industrial City this evening has been the subject of missile attacks. Emergency response teams were deployed immediately to contain the resulting fires, as extensive damage has been caused. All personnel have been accounted for and no casualties have been reported at this time," the company said in a post on X.

The company added that the strikes caused significant damage to the facility, although all personnel were reported safe with no casualties.

The escalation has heightened fears of further disruption to energy infrastructure in the region, which plays a critical role in global oil and gas supply.

Israeli fighter jets on Wednesday have struck a gas facility in Bushehr, Iran, according to reports cited by Al Jazeera.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The global energy market is so fragile. Attacking LNG facilities in Qatar is a major escalation. Hope diplomacy prevails soon, for everyone's sake.
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Arjun K
Our strategic petroleum reserves are more important than ever. We must accelerate our renewable energy transition. Can't keep being at the mercy of such volatility.
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Priya S
Feel so bad for the workers at Ras Laffan. Thank God no casualties reported. But the economic fallout will be felt worldwide. Time for India to strengthen ties with other energy partners.
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Vikram M
With great respect to our foreign policy experts, I feel our diplomatic stance needs to be more proactive in such crises. We have good relations with both the Gulf and Israel. Can we play a mediating role to help de-escalate? It's in our national interest.
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Karthik V
Inflation is the real worry. Transport costs go up, then food prices, then everything else. The RBI will have a tough job managing this. Hope the budget provisions for fuel subsidies are adequate.

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